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Hausmannite and Datolite
- Wessels Mine, Kalahari manganese fields, South Africa
- Miniature, 4.2 x 2.8 x 2.5 cm
- Start Time: 05/08/2013 5:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 05/28/2013 5:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Beautiful, razor-sharp octahedrons of silvery-black Hausmannite stacked on a bed of gemmy pink Datolite. This is a rare combo found only once in the mine! To me, the BEST hausmannites in this size range are only those associated with the pink contrast. The Hausmannite crystals have superb luster, and the individual crystals range up to 1.1 cm on edge. A desirable, totally unique combination with very good aesthetics. valued $750-1000